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Hiding Place for Slaves
Athol, Massachusetts · Athol History Trail
Historical Marker Database · Darren Brosseau
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Before the Civil War ended slavery, Dr George Hoyt hid and helped runaway slaves in this house after they fled the South. This Underground Railroad station was a haven on their freedom trail to Canada.
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Photo: Darren Brosseau
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Athol, Massachusetts · USA
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